How To Apply

NEW CAMPERS

The following outlines the application process for acceptance into Horizon Arts Camp. 

Step 1: COMPLETE AND SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FORM

Families interested in applying to enroll a child in Horizon Arts Camp should complete an Application Form (camper, LIT, or CIT) either online or by mail. Please visit the Camp Forms page to download an application or CLICK HERE to go to the online application form.

Please note that incomplete forms may not be processed.

Step 2: SUBMIT A RECOMMENDATION FORM

All new campers applying to H.A.C. must submit a Recommendation Form from either a teacher, principal, coach, social worker, or staff member at a community organization. This information is used to gain a deeper understanding of the potential camper’s social skills, artistic skills, how they relate to peers and adults, and how the child will benefit from participation in the Camp. H.A.C.’s program has a unique structure so recommendations are used to assess whether our approach is the right fit for the camper. Recommendation Forms should be submitted online directly from the camp website or via mail.

Step 3: RECOMMENDATION AND FAMILY ARE CONTACTED

Camp staff will contact both the individual recommending the camper and the family to discuss the application. In some cases, the Camp may request an in-person visit with the camper and one of his/her guardians to meet the family and discuss the camp program. Families or the person recommending may request an in-person visit if they would like to meet with a member of our Leadership Staff prior to camp. Please contact the Camp should you wish to schedule a visit.

Step 4: FAMILIES ARE NOTIFIED OF THE STATUS OF THE APPLICATION

Campers who are accepted into Horizon Arts Camp will receive a welcome package containing important information about the camp session they will be attending. Included in this package will be a health form, authorized pick-up form, and payment request that must be submitted by the deadline in order to secure a space for your child. Should you have any concerns or questions about the registration fees please contact the camp to discuss your situation.

RETURNING CAMPERS

Families interested in applying to attend Horizon Arts Camp should complete an Application Form either online or by mail. Generally, returning campers are not required to submit a Recommendation Form. However, the Camp may request an updated recommendation for any camper at its discretion. This request may be based on changes in the family, changes in school, current medical/behavioural challenges, or feedback from the previous summer. The Camp will notify returning families if a new Recommendation Form is required.

Returning campers who do not require an updated Recommendation Form will receive an acceptance letter, health form, authorized pick-up form, and payment request in their camp package. Please submit all forms and payment (proof of income is required for all returning families) with camp application in order to secure a space. Campers who have been asked to submit an updated Recommendation Form should not submit payment with their application until their acceptance letter is received.